ONE OR EIGHT Set to Ignite Southeast Asia with "Special SHOW CASE 2026 in ASIA -V8-" This October
Written by Telegraph Magazine
Rising Japanese boy group brings its high-energy live showcase to Singapore, Manila and Bangkok
Three-city Southeast Asia run follows growing global momentum, with tickets on sale from 31 August 2026
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 August 2026 - Rising Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT is set to bring its rapidly growing global momentum to Southeast Asia with ONE OR EIGHT Special SHOW CASE 2026 in ASIA -V8-, a three-city showcase taking place in Singapore, Manila and Bangkok this October.
Following the group's first-ever ONE OR EIGHT 1st LIVE TOUR -GATHER-, which took ONE OR EIGHT across North and South America, the upcoming showcase marks the group's next major step in connecting directly with fans across Asia. The tour will kick off in Singapore on 21 October 2026 at Victoria Theatre, before heading to Manila on 23 October at Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier, and conclude in Bangkok on 25 October at Lido Hall 2, Lido Connect.
Ticket sales will begin from 31 August 2026 onwards, with more details via oneoreight.sozolive.asia
One of Japan's emerging global acts comes to Southeast Asia
ONE OR EIGHT comprises eight members — MIZUKI, NEO, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA and YUGA.
The group's name is derived from the Japanese idiom "ichi ka bachi ka", which expresses the idea of taking an all-or-nothing gamble. Together with their tagline "BET ON YOURSELF", the name reflects the members' determination to pursue their dreams, challenge boundaries and take their music to audiences around the world.
Since making their debut in August 2024, ONE OR EIGHT have quickly established themselves as one of Japan's emerging global acts.
Their track "TOKYO DRIFT" generated more than 200,000 pieces of user-generated content on TikTok and over 300 million views, while also entering the Mediabase Top 40 and setting a record for the most chart entries by a Japanese boy group.
Their growing recognition has extended across Asia. ONE OR EIGHT received the Upcoming Dance & Vocal Group award at the MTV VMAJ 2025 in Japan and was named New Artist of the Year at the 2025 Music Awards organised by China's NetEase. The group has also worked with internationally acclaimed creators including Ryan Tedder, David Stewart and Big Sean, further strengthening its ambitions to connect Japanese music with a global audience.
A NEW CHAPTER WITH "EN-GiNE"
Ahead of their Southeast Asia showcases, ONE OR EIGHT will release their first EP, "EN-GiNE", on 16 September 2026. The title combines the Japanese word "EN" (縁), representing connection and fate, with "GENE", symbolising the new driving force created through the relationships the members have developed with one another and with fans around the world. Following "YANKEE SQUAT", the group recently released "INVINCIBLE", the second single from the upcoming EP.
Dedicated to their fans, known as 1DERZ, "INVINCIBLE" carries the message that no journey is taken alone, celebrating the trust, gratitude and connection that have grown between ONE OR EIGHT and their supporters since their debut.
With Special SHOW CASE 2026 in ASIA -V8-, fans in Southeast Asia will now have the opportunity to experience that connection in person.
TOUR INFORMATION
SINGAPORE
Wednesday, 21 October 2026 Victoria Theatre Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM
Tickets
VVIP Seated: SGD 138
VIP Seated: SGD 108
GA Seated: SGD 88
Tickets go on sale from 31 August 2026 at 12:00 PM Singapore Time via Ticketmaster Singapore.
MANILA
Friday, 23 October 2026 Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM
Tickets
VVIP Standing: PHP 4,500
VIP Standing: PHP 3,500
GA Standing: PHP 2,500
Tickets go on sale from 31 August 2026 at 12:00 PM Manila Time via Ticketmaster Philippines.
BANGKOK
Sunday, 25 October 2026 Lido Hall 2, Lido Connect Doors: 5:00 PM Show: 6:00 PM
Tickets
VVIP Standing: THB 3,000
VIP Standing: THB 2,500
GA Standing: THB 1,500
Tickets go on sale from 31 August 2026 at 11:00 AM Bangkok Time via SOZOLIVE Ticketing.
VVIP EXPERIENCE
Across all three cities, the top-tier VVIP package gives fans an opportunity to get even closer to ONE OR EIGHT, with benefits including:
Best-view section closest to the stage
1-for-all photo session with ONE OR EIGHT
Soundcheck access
Signed poster
Exclusive VVIP badge and lanyard
Priority concert admission
VIP ticket holders will also receive a signed poster, VIP badge and lanyard, and priority admission.
Three cities. One special showcase. Southeast Asia, are you ready for ONE OR EIGHT?
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ABOUT SOZO
Established in 2009 and headquartered in Singapore, SOZO Pte Ltd, a KADOKAWA Group company, is a leading entertainment company connecting Japanese entertainment with audiences across Southeast Asia.
Through its flagship platform, Anime Festival Asia (AFA), SOZO pioneered the region's Anime, Comics and Games scene and built one of Southeast Asia's most recognised Japanese pop-culture event brands.
Beyond conventions, SOZO produces major live entertainment experiences for leading Japanese artists including Ado, Eve, RADWIMPS, YOASOBI and Yuuri. The company also provides merchandise production, retail and regional distribution solutions, creating powerful platforms for Japanese artists, creators and intellectual properties to reach and engage fans across the region.
